Convert Kilowatts to Horsepower (metric) (kW to PS)

Use this tool to convert between power units like Watt, Milliwatt, Kilowatt etc.

Need to convert Kilowatts to Horsepower (metric)? This power converter makes it simple. Enter any value to see the converted result immediately.

How to Convert Kilowatts to Horsepower (metric)

Converting Kilowatts to Horsepower (metric) is straightforward. The conversion formula is:

Horsepower (metric) = Kilowatts × 1.3596216173039

This means that 1 Kilowatt equals 1.3596216173039 Horsepower (metric). Conversely, 1 Horsepower (metric) equals 0.73549875 Kilowatts.

Example Calculation

To convert 10 Kilowatts to Horsepower (metric):

10 kW × 1.3596216173039 = 13.596216173039 PS

Common Kilowatts to Horsepower (metric) Conversions

  • 1 kW = 1.3596216173039 PS
  • 5 kW = 6.7981080865195 PS
  • 10 kW = 13.596216173039 PS
  • 50 kW = 67.981080865195 PS
  • 100 kW = 135.96216173039 PS

Conversion Facts

  • 1 Kilowatt equals 1.3596216173039 Horsepower (metric)
  • 1 Horsepower (metric) equals 0.73549875 Kilowatts
  • Formula: Multiply Kilowatts by 1.3596216173039 to get Horsepower (metric)

Common Applications

Converting between Kilowatts and Horsepower (metric) is frequently needed in:

  • Educational purposes and learning
  • Professional applications
  • Technical documentation
  • Scientific calculations and research

Whether you're working on a professional project or need conversions for everyday tasks, this power converter provides accurate results instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you convert Kilowatts to Horsepower (metric)?

To convert Kilowatts to Horsepower (metric), multiply the value by 1.3596216173039. The formula is: Horsepower (metric) = Kilowatts × 1.3596216173039. For example, 10 kW = 13.596216173039 PS.

How many Horsepower (metric) are in 1 Kilowatt?

There are 1.3596216173039 Horsepower (metric) in 1 Kilowatt. This is the standard conversion factor for power measurements.

What is the formula for converting kW to PS?

The conversion formula is: PS = kW × 1.3596216173039. Simply multiply your Kilowatts value by 1.3596216173039 to get the equivalent in Horsepower (metric).

How do you convert Horsepower (metric) to Kilowatts?

To convert Horsepower (metric) back to Kilowatts, multiply by 0.73549875. The inverse formula is: Kilowatts = Horsepower (metric) × 0.73549875.

Is Kilowatts to Horsepower (metric) conversion accurate?

Yes, this converter uses the standard international conversion factor of 1.3596216173039, ensuring accurate and reliable results for all power conversions.

When should I use Kilowatts vs Horsepower (metric)?

Kilowatts and Horsepower (metric) are different units of power. Use Kilowatts for various applications and Horsepower (metric) for various applications.

Kilowatts (kW) to Horsepower (metric) (PS) Chart

Quick reference table showing common Kilowatts to Horsepower (metric) conversions. Use this chart for fast lookups of frequently used values.

kWPS
0.1 kW0.13596216173039 PS
0.2 kW0.27192432346078 PS
0.3 kW0.40788648519117 PS
0.4 kW0.54384864692156 PS
0.5 kW0.67981080865195 PS
0.6 kW0.81577297038234 PS
0.7 kW0.95173513211273 PS
0.8 kW1.0876972938431 PS
0.9 kW1.2236594555735 PS
kWPS
1 kW1.3596216173039 PS
2 kW2.7192432346078 PS
3 kW4.0788648519117 PS
4 kW5.4384864692156 PS
5 kW6.7981080865195 PS
6 kW8.1577297038234 PS
7 kW9.5173513211273 PS
8 kW10.876972938431 PS
9 kW12.236594555735 PS
kWPS
10 kW13.596216173039 PS
20 kW27.192432346078 PS
30 kW40.788648519117 PS
40 kW54.384864692156 PS
50 kW67.981080865195 PS
60 kW81.577297038234 PS
70 kW95.173513211273 PS
80 kW108.76972938431 PS
90 kW122.36594555735 PS
kWPS
100 kW135.96216173039 PS
200 kW271.92432346078 PS
300 kW407.88648519117 PS
400 kW543.84864692156 PS
500 kW679.81080865195 PS
600 kW815.77297038234 PS
700 kW951.73513211273 PS
800 kW1087.6972938431 PS
900 kW1223.6594555735 PS
kWPS
1000 kW1359.6216173039 PS
2000 kW2719.2432346078 PS
3000 kW4078.8648519117 PS
4000 kW5438.4864692156 PS
5000 kW6798.1080865195 PS
6000 kW8157.7297038234 PS
7000 kW9517.3513211273 PS
8000 kW10876.972938431 PS
9000 kW12236.594555735 PS
kWPS
10000 kW13596.216173039 PS
20000 kW27192.432346078 PS
30000 kW40788.648519117 PS
40000 kW54384.864692156 PS
50000 kW67981.080865195 PS
60000 kW81577.297038234 PS
70000 kW95173.513211273 PS
80000 kW108769.72938431 PS
90000 kW122365.94555735 PS

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